{"product_id":"r1-concepts-2551-0034-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","title":"R1 Concepts 2551-0034-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eR1 Optimum OE Pads for Classic Ford and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts 2551-0034-00 is a front disc brake pad set for select 1968-1973 Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar applications, plus specific Mercury Montego configurations. This R1 Optimum OE Pads part is built for drivers restoring or maintaining classic braking performance with an OE-style fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront disc brake pad set for classic muscle car applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR1 Optimum OE Pads product line for OE-style replacement needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1968-1973 Ford Mustang, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1968-1973 Mercury Cougar, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1970-1971 Mercury Montego, front, composite rear drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1968-1969 Mercury Montego, front, full cast rear drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 2551-0034-00 for catalog matching and ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R1 Concepts 2551-0034-00 disc brake pad set is part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, a product line focused on OE-style replacement fitment for classic vehicles. This front pad set is listed for Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar models from 1968 through 1973, along with Mercury Montego applications that vary by rear drum configuration. If you are searching for front brake pads for a 1968-1973 Ford Mustang or front disc brake pads for a 1968-1973 Mercury Cougar, this part number provides a direct fitment reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 2551-0034-00 when replacing worn front pads on compatible classic Ford and Mercury vehicles. The fitment data also identifies Mercury Montego applications by rear drum type, which helps match the correct brake setup during restoration or maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake pad wear on the front axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquealing or noisy braking from worn pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stopping performance from aged friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment confusion on classic Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar brake service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake service on Mercury Montego models with specific rear drum configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle year, make, model, and rear drum configuration before ordering. This part is listed for front position only, so match it to the front disc brake application on your vehicle. Verify the part number 2551-0034-00 against your existing brake setup before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts identifies this as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style replacement product line for direct-fit brake service on listed classic applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R1 Concepts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52442858815669,"sku":"FLPM-2551-0034-00","price":49.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_2551003400_Fro.jpg?v=1777889626","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/r1-concepts-2551-0034-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}